How Science and Medicine Influence Conversations about Race

Posted on July 8, 2017 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam and guest co-host Dr. Catherine Coe talk with Dr. Alondra Nelson, professor of sociology and dean of social science at Columbia University, about her book The Social Life of DNA and how science and medicine influence conversations about race.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9 FM

Saturday, July 8, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Sunday, July 9, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, July 10, at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, July 9, at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research That Matters (min 0-9:32)
- Depression medications for children and teens
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- A bioprosthetic ovary created using 3D printed microporous scaffolds restores ovarian function in sterilized mice
  - News about the study
  - Full text article
- New blood test is more accurate in predicting prostate cancer risk than PSA
  - News about the study
  - Article abstract
- Novel device significantly reduces blood draw contamination, reduces risks to patients
  - News about the study
  - Full text article

Conversations with Dr. Alondra Nelson (min 9:32-30:39)
- The Social Life of DNA
- Dr. Nelson
- Implicit Bias Guide (UNC Health Sciences Library)
House Calls (min 30:39-40:00)
- I’m a recent college graduate starting a new job and was just diagnosed with lupus. Do you have any advice?
  - Lupus
- My doctor said my 14-year-old daughter is anemic. What does that mean and what do we do?
  - Anemia
  - Iron-Rich Foods
- What do I do about fuzzy vision and headaches after staring at my computer too long?
  - Computer Vision Syndrome and Digital Eye Strain
  - Computer Workstations eTool

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The Effects of Racism on Health with Dr. Chandra Ford, YOUR HEALTH Radio, March 2019
The Social Determinants of Health and Implicit Bias with Dr. Denise Rodgers, YOUR HEALTH Radio, April 2018
The Ways Health Care Can Let Women Down with Maya Dusenbery, YOUR HEALTH Radio, July 2018
The Issues that Disproportionately Affect African American Smokers with Dr. Phillip Gardiner and Dr. Alan Blum, YOUR HEALTH Radio, September 2017
Sex Bias in Surgical Research with Dr. Melina Kibbe, YOUR HEALTH Radio, September 2016
Bias, Black Lives and Academic Medicine with Dr. David Ansell, YOUR HEALTH Radio, July 2015

Re-air: The Benefits of Breastfeeding—for Baby and Mom

Posted on June 30, 2017 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and Cristy welcome Dr. Alison Stuebe, associate professor for the Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine at UNC, about the benefits of breastfeeding for both baby and mom.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9 FM
• Saturday, July 1, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Sunday, July 2, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, July 3, at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM
• Sunday, July 2, at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research that Matters
- Good cardiovascular health may protect you from depression
  - Abstract
- Pre-cut salad may encourage growth of Salmonella
  - Article
- Women who have their last baby after 35 are mentally sharper in old age
  - Keck School of Medicine Announcement
  - Article
- High-dose monthly vitamin D for prevention of acute respiratory infection in older patients
  - Article
Conversations with Dr. Alison Stuebe
- Abstract of Dr. Stuebe’s recent article
- Breastfeeding
House Calls
- How do you know when you have a cold vs a sinus infection and you should see your doctor?
  - Colds, Allergies and Sinusitis – How to Tell the Difference
- Is cracking my knuckles a big deal?
  - Knuckle Cracking Q&A
- My mother is in her late 70s and I’m concerned she’s losing her vision. How can I tell if this is a problem and what should I do?
- What advice do you have about a senior citizen living alone who might fall?
  - Falls and Older Adults
  - Aging and Your Health

The Murky Ethics of Right-to-Try Legislation

Posted on June 17, 2017 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam and guest co-host Dr. Michael Baca-Atlas talk with Liz Richardson, managing associate at the Duke Margolis Center for Health Policy, about the murky ethics of right-to-try legislation.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9 FM

Saturday, June 17, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Sunday, June 18, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, June 19, at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, June 18, at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research That Matters (min 0-8:19) What color is this dress?; Why do so many Hollywood villains have skin conditions?; Book up for a longer life: readers die later; Smart bandages to monitor wounds in real time with 5G
Conversations with Liz Richardson (min 8:19-27:51)
House Calls (min 27:51-40:00) I had blood work done at my recent annual exam and was surprised when I got a bill for the blood work. Did my doctor make a mistake?; Is there a link between cancer and antiperspirants?; My in-laws have a gun and I’m hesitant to let my toddler go to their house. What do you think?; How do I prevent another bout of pinkeye and what can I look out for since my daughter seems to catch it easily?

Research that Matters
- What Color is that Dress?
  - Free Full-text of the Article
  - News about the Article
- Hollywood Villains and Skin Conditions
  - Abstract of the Article
  - News about the Article
- Book up for a longer life: readers die later
  - Abstract of the Article
  - News about the Article
- Smart bandages to monitor wounds in real time
  - News about the Trial
Conversations with Liz Richards
- Right to Try: National Movement for Terminal Patients
House Calls
- I had blood work done at my recent annual exam and was surprised when I got a bill for the blood work. Did my doctor make a mistake?
  - Health Checkup
  - Preventive Health Services
- Is there a link between cancer and antiperspirants?
  - Antiperspirants/Deodorants and Breast Cancer
- My in-laws have a gun and I’m hesitant to let my toddler go to their house. What do you think?
  - Gun Safety
- How do I prevent another bout of pinkeye and what can I look out for since my daughter seems to catch it easily?
  - Pinkeye or Conjunctivitis

Re-air: Keeping Love Alive as Memories Fade

Posted on May 27, 2017 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy welcome Gary Chapman, Ph.D., counselor, pastor and author of the best-selling book The 5 Love Languages. On the show, Chapman will discuss the new book he co-authored, Keeping Love Alive as Memories Fade: The 5 Love Languages and the Alzheimer’s Journey.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9 FM

Saturday, May 27, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Sunday, May 28, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, May 29, at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, May 28, at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research that Matters (min 0-9:52)
- Public libraries as partners for population health
  - News Item
  - Article
- Constipation and kidney disease may be linked
  - News Item
  - Article
- Major artery more rigid in African-Americans, which may explain high rate of hypertension and heart disease
  - Article
- High eye pressure after cataract surgery
  - Article
Conversations with Gary Chapman, Ph. D. (min 9:52-31:36)
House Calls (min 31:36-40:00)
- What can a 58-year-old woman do to sleep through the night?
  - Sleep Disorders
  - Sleep Tips: 7 Steps to Better Sleep
- My 7-year-old is having trouble in school and I’m concerned he may have a learning disability or ADD. How do we get help?
  - ADHD Checklist
  - Learning Disorders
- What do I need to know about having plastic surgery for a scar?
  - Scar Revision
  - Understanding Facial Scar Treatment

You may also like:

Aging and Your Health
Resources for healthy aging
All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly with Dr. Amy Denham
Dr. Denham talks about the PACE Model of Care for senior citizens
The Past, Present and Future of Alzheimer’s Research with Dr. Rudolph Tanzi
Alzheimer’s disease research
Alzheimer’s and Families with Lisa Gwyther
The impact of Alzheimer’s Disease of family members
Caring for an Aging America with Dr. Gregg Warshaw
Dr. Warshaw talks about geriatric care in the United States
Family Caregiving & Living in the Land of the Limbo with Carol Levine
Carol Levine is the Director of the Families and Healthcare Projects at the United Hospital Fund
Ending the Plague of Loneliness with Dr. Bill Thomas
Dr. Thomas is a co-founder of the Eden Alternative, an organization dedicated to creating quality of life for Elders and their care partners

Fighting epidemics before they start

Posted on April 1, 2017 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & guest co-host Dr. Michael Baca-Atlas will talk with Dr. John-Arne Røttingen, interim CEO for the newly launched Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations who was also closely involved with trials of the Ebola vaccine, about starting the fight against epidemics before they break out.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9 FM

Saturday, April 1, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Sunday, April 2, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, April 3, at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, April 2, at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!

Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research That Matters (min 0-8:52) Noise-related hearing loss not limited to work exposure; Some fast-food packaging contains potentially harmful fluorinated compounds; Meal planning, timing, may impact heart health; Drowsy drivers often behind fatal crashes
Conversations with Dr. John-Arne Røttingen (min 8:52-29:17)
House Calls (min 29:17-40:00) Why is it bad for pregnant women to clean the litter box?; What are the causes and risks of high potassium?; What do you tell patients who ask about LASIK eye surgery?; My father has experienced discomfort in his lower abdomen. What should we watch out for and how do we navigate the system if we disagree with the doctor’s diagnosis?

Research that Matters
- Noise-related hearing loss not limited to work exposure
  - News Item
  - Center for Disease Control article
- Some fast-food packaging contains potentially harmful fluorinated compounds
  - News Item
- Meal planning, timing, may impact heart health
  - News Item
  - Abstract
- Drowsy drivers often behind fatal crashes
  - News Item
  - Abstract
Conversations with Dr. John-Arne Røttingen
- Dr. Røttingen’s Harvard webpage
- Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations
House Calls
- Why is it bad for pregnant women to clean the litter box?
  - Toxoplasmosis
- What are the causes and risks of high potassium?
  - High potassium level (hyperkalemia)
- What do you tell patients who ask about LASIK eye surgery?
  - Laser eye surgery
  - Is LASIK for Me? A Patient’s Guide to Refractive Surgery
- My father has experienced discomfort in his lower abdomen. What should we watch out for and how do we navigate the system if we disagree with the doctor’s diagnosis?

Keeping Love Alive as Memories Fade

Posted on March 4, 2017 by Lynn Eades

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9 FM

Saturday, March 4, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Sunday, March 5, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, March 6, at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, March 5, at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research that Matters (min 0-9:52)
- Public libraries as partners for population health
  - News Item
  - Article
- Constipation and kidney disease may be linked
  - News Item
  - Article
- Major artery more rigid in African-Americans, which may explain high rate of hypertension and heart disease
  - Article
- High eye pressure after cataract surgery
  - Article
Conversations with Gary Chapman, Ph. D. (min 9:52-31:36)
House Calls (min 31:36-40:00)
- What can a 58-year-old woman do to sleep through the night?
  - Sleep Disorders
  - Sleep Tips: 7 Steps to Better Sleep
- My 7-year-old is having trouble in school and I’m concerned he may have a learning disability or ADD. How do we get help?
  - ADHD Checklist
  - Learning Disorders
- What do I need to know about having plastic surgery for a scar?
  - Scar Revision
  - Understanding Facial Scar Treatment

You may also like:

Aging and Your Health
Resources for healthy aging
All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly with Dr. Amy Denham
Dr. Denham talks about the PACE Model of Care for senior citizens
The Past, Present and Future of Alzheimer’s Research with Dr. Rudolph Tanzi
Alzheimer’s disease research
Alzheimer’s and Families with Lisa Gwyther
The impact of Alzheimer’s Disease of family members
Caring for an Aging America with Dr. Gregg Warshaw
Dr. Warshaw talks about geriatric care in the United States
Family Caregiving & Living in the Land of the Limbo with Carol Levine
Carol Levine is the Director of the Families and Healthcare Projects at the United Hospital Fund
Ending the Plague of Loneliness with Dr. Bill Thomas
Dr. Thomas is a co-founder of the Eden Alternative, an organization dedicated to creating quality of life for Elders and their care partners

The Ethics of Scientific Research

Posted on January 7, 2017 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy will be talking with Laura Stark, Ph.D., assistant professor at Vanderbilt University’s Center for Medicine, Health, and Society, and associate editor of the journal History & Theory, about the ethics of scientific research.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9 FM

Saturday, January 7, at 9 a.m.
Sunday, January 8, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Monday, January 9, at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM

Sunday, January 8, at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research that Matters (min 0-8:33)
- Tasmanian devil milk could fight superbugs
  - Article
- What do tweets say about our health?
  - Article
- Erectile dysfunction and physical activity
  - Abstract
- Hearing loss in older adults may be due to changes in the brain
  - Article
Conversations with Dr. Laura Stark (min 8:33-29:24)
House Calls (min 29:24-40:00)
- What can I do about floaters in my eyes?
  - Facts About Floaters
- Chance of mastitis during breastfeeding
  - Mastitis While Breastfeeding
- What causes shin splints and how can I treat them?
  - Shin Splints
- I get headaches every few weeks that last a few hours. What should I do?

The Benefits of Breastfeeding—for Baby and Mom

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Lynn Eades

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9 FM
• Saturday, December 10, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Sunday, December 11, at 9 a.m.
• Monday, December 12, at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.3 FM
• Sunday, December 11, at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research that Matters
- Good cardiovascular health may protect you from depression
  - Abstract
- Pre-cut salad may encourage growth of Salmonella
  - Article
- Women who have their last baby after 35 are mentally sharper in old age
  - Keck School of Medicine Announcement
  - Article
- High-dose monthly vitamin D for prevention of acute respiratory infection in older patients
  - Article
Conversations with Dr. Alison Stuebe
- Abstract of Dr. Stuebe’s recent article
- Breastfeeding
House Calls
- How do you know when you have a cold vs a sinus infection and you should see your doctor?
  - Colds, Allergies and Sinusitis – How to Tell the Difference
- Is cracking my knuckles a big deal?
  - Knuckle Cracking Q&A
- My mother is in her late 70s and I’m concerned she’s losing her vision. How can I tell if this is a problem and what should I do?
- What advice do you have about a senior citizen living alone who might fall?
  - Falls and Older Adults
  - Aging and Your Health

The Media’s Portrayal of Mental Illness

Posted on October 21, 2016 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH®, Adam and guest co-host Bob Gwyther, MD, will talk with Beth McGinty, Ph.D., assistant professor of health policy and management and mental health at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, about the media’s portrayal of mental illness.

WCHL 97.9 FM
• Saturday, October 22, at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, October 23, at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
• Monday, October 24, at 6 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.7 FM
• Sunday, October 23, at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research that Matters (min 0-10:15)
- Do activity trackers help people lose weight and stay fit?
  - News about the article
  - Full-text article
- Allergies in young children and the impact of avoiding certain foods versus encouraging exposure
  - Full-text article
- Bacteria and fungi associated with Crohn’s Disease
  - Full-text article
- Smoking leaves its “footprint” on the human genome in the form of DNA methylation
  - News about the article
  - Full-text article
Conversations with Beth McGinty (min 10:15-30:08)
- About Beth McGinty
- Trends in News Media Coverage of Mental Illness in the United States: 1995-2014
House Calls (min 30:08-40:00)
- Treatment for a corneal abrasion
  - Corneal Abrasions
- Knee replacement surgery for woman in her 80s
  - Knee replacement
- Suggestions for dry itchy skin in the winter
  - Dry skin
- Stomach discomfort from antibiotics
  - Antibiotics

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New Narratives in the Field of Mental Health (YOUR HEALTH Radio May 2017)

Combining Mental Health and Primary Care (YOUR HEALTH Radio August 2015)

Resistant and Hospital-Acquired Infections with Dr. Joshua Thaden

Posted on November 6, 2015 by Lynn Eades

This weekend on YOUR HEALTH® Adam & Cristy will be talking with Dr. Joshua Thaden, Fellow in the Division of Infectious Diseases at Duke Medicine about Resistant and Hospital-Acquired Infections.

Please tune in! The show will air:

WCHL 97.9FM
• Saturday, November 7th at 9 a.m.
• Sunday, November 8th at 9 a.m., 5 p.m.
• Monday, November 9th at 6 p.m. and 10 p.m.

WBNE 103.7 FM
• Saturday, November 7th at 3 p.m.

KKAG Retro Radio 88.7 FM
• Sunday, November 8th at 7 a.m.

Listen to the show!
Download the episode from the Carolina Digital Repository

Research that Matters (min 0-09:56) Antibiotic resistant infections in routine surgeries; Reducing low-value healthcare options; Earlier treatment for hypertension lowers cardiac risk; Early aggressive antibiotic use can reduce negative outcomes of sepsis by 30%.
Conversations with Dr. Joshua Thaden (min 09:57 -31:28)
House Calls (min 31:29-40:39) Bright spots in vision after sitting in a dark room; Stress fractures in the feet from hiking; Chicken stuck in the throat.

Research that Matters
- Antibiotic resistant infections in routine surgeries
  - News Item
  - Abstract
- Reducing low-value healthcare options
- Earlier treatment for hypertension lowers cardiac risk
  - News Item
  - Article
- Early aggressive antibiotic use can reduce negative outcomes of sepsis by 30%
Conversations with Dr. Joshua Thaden
House Calls
- Bright spots in vision after sitting in a dark room
  - Floaters
- Stress fractures in the feet from hiking
  - Metatarsal Stress Fractures – Aftercare
- Chicken stuck in the throat
  - Swallowing Disorders

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Raising Sepsis Awareness with Dr. Carl Flatley (YOUR HEALTH Radio January 2018)

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Category Archives: Eyes and Vision

How Science and Medicine Influence Conversations about Race

Re-air: The Benefits of Breastfeeding—for Baby and Mom

The Murky Ethics of Right-to-Try Legislation

Re-air: Keeping Love Alive as Memories Fade

Fighting epidemics before they start

Keeping Love Alive as Memories Fade

The Ethics of Scientific Research

The Benefits of Breastfeeding—for Baby and Mom

The Media’s Portrayal of Mental Illness

Resistant and Hospital-Acquired Infections with Dr. Joshua Thaden